Eating or drinking dairy products before the show?

Question

I'm playing Laurey in Oklahoma and I was wondering, should I avoid all dairy products for the entire 4 days that we have the show? There's 6 shows in those 4 days. I know that dairy products coat your vocal cords and make your singing voice not as good as it usually is. But will I suffer any health effects (lack of calcium) if I don't have any during that time?

Answer 1

It might be not the most responsible answer but if I was you, knowing you absolutely have to have dairy, I'd probably try one time and see how it affects the voice. I think that every person is different and myths are so wide and varied. Don't take my answer written in stone, but I'd probably try once and see how that will affect the singing. Good luck.

Answer 2

nah it wont affect your health.  if you are concerned just take a calcium supplement.  but i think if you dont have milk or cheese right before going on you'll be fine, a glass of milk the night before a show probably wouldnt kill you.  just make sure you have lots of protein, thats the most important for singing.